classes

dslr classes

You may now own a great camera but feel that you fall short in your abilities. Shutterbunny Photography offers the best local classes to help parents and amateur photographers take wonderful candid or nature photos with their DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) Camera. Our classes will give you valuable knowledge on how to understand your camera settings as well as help you put that knowledge into practical and real-life tips so that you can create the shot you are looking for. We offer everything from The Basics to Photography Technique, Composition, Use of Light as well as Photo Editing Shortcuts and Secrets. The classes will include materials and visual learning aids as well as opportunities to practice.

Classes usually contain a minimum of 8-10 persons and are approximately 2 hours in length.A 50% deposit is taken at the time of booking. Cancellations require a $50 fee.Private classes are available.

1. The Basics of your camera

$99 per person

This is a class on how to use your camera.Rachel is not only an experienced family and children's portrait photographer; she is an experienced trainer.She will walk you through those mysterious symbols on your camera's dial and make sure you feel comfortable giving your new skills a try. She will make sure you have the knowledge and confidence you need to make beautiful images. Here's what we cover:- Practical do's and don'ts for the safety and care of your camera- What your camera's information screen can tell you- The use and meaning of the symbols on your camera dial- What is picture quality and why it matters- Depth of field- Aperture - Shutter speed Your day's task: Catching an Action Shot

2. Beyond the Basics of your camera

$99 per person

This class builds on your comfort level with The Basics class and the topics covered therein.Please join Rachel for the second half of your introduction to your camera as well as taking your photographic skills up a notch or two.Here you will learn some of the more detailed techniques and composition concepts that can take the images you see in your mind and help you recreate them in your camera. This is where you are learning how to create permanent memories that you will treasure for years to come.Here's what we cover:- Where to focus in an image- Finding your light (backlight, flash, reflector)- What to include and what to leave out - White balance- ISO- Metering light- PerspectiveYour day's task: Creating 'Bokeh'

3. Mastering your camera

$99 per person

This class will help you take your already well composed and properly exposed images to the next level.This class is best for the experienced photographer or hobbyist with a good grasp of the topics of the previously listed programs.Here's what we cover: - Layers and Masks- Histogram- Color cast- Color correction- Dodging and Burning (I promise it doesn't hurt)- Retouching- Adding fun editing presets and effectsYour day's task: Swapping Heads

PLEASE bring:Manual camera, digital or filmMemory card readerCamera manual if availableSupplies for note taking*Laptop (if available) and photo editing software *optional - if you would like me to help you to use your own software.

private classes - a comprehensive training

"off-of-auto" - getting the most out of your camera

Do you have a great camera but are afraid to change the settings? Do the letters and symbols on the mode dial mystify you?

If anything other than AUTO is a scary thought, then this workshop is definitely for you!

This is the perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to get the most out of their camera and create beautiful photographs of their family or just for fun. Or do you have an artistic eye and you just didn't know it?

We will discuss digital photography basics (or film if you are so inclined), camera functions, composition concepts, some basic editing techniques and a discussion around lighting.I encourage you to bring some of your best shots and we can share ideas and give helpful critiques.This class is about you and we will build the curriculum to best suit your needs.

As a participant you will learn:

-To understand your equipment.-Light. It is so simple and so amazing!-Why don't my pictures show what I "see"?-What is Aperture and how do I use it?-What is Shutter speed?-What is ISO? (it's not dangerous or contagious)

Level: Beginner to Mid-Level

RSVP required.

Cost: $125.00/hr. per person

This includes:Classroom materials to take homeComputer software instructionAccess to studio equipmentFun and lots of encouragementSNACKS (very important)§up to 4 hours of hands-on instruction § additional help is always available and questions are welcomedPLEASE bring:Manual camera, digital or filmMemory card readerCamera manual if availableSupplies for note takingLaptop (if available) and photo editing software* *optional - if you would like me to help you to use your own software.